The Quill and Me
Self-Love Devotional Series
Scripture:
“You are precious in my eyes, and I love you.” — Isaiah 43:4 NRSV
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit…? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 NIV
The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23 ESV
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Self-Love Is for Everyone
This devotional series was born from my journey as a woman, but self-love is not bound by gender. The call to love oneself is a gift given to every soul.
Men, too, carry burdens that weigh on the heart. They wrestle with forgiveness, healing, and the quiet courage of kindness toward themselves. While I cannot speak directly from their journey, I can affirm that the invitation to embrace self-love belongs to them as much as it does to women.
Self-love is not vanity—it is stewardship. Scripture reminds us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. To love and care for ourselves is to honor the temple God has entrusted to us. It is the willingness to see oneself as God sees us: beloved, worthy, and capable of renewal.
For men, this may mean releasing the pressure to always be strong, allowing space for vulnerability, and receiving grace without shame. For women, it may mean embracing gentleness toward themselves in seasons of weariness. For all, it is a sacred act of honoring the temple God made us to be.
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